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Margaret EARNEY

Richmond,Nelson

Summary

The last thirty years I have chosen to work with Charities that aim to build more resilience , belonging and connection into communities. I have built strong relationships and worked alongside a diverse group of people, ages and lifestyles.. I believe I have the right skills and attributes to be a good fit for this role

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Cared for my elderly dad

01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Required full time care

Restore Assistant Manager

10.2021 - 12.2021
  • Supported the manager with all duties running a busy charity store
  • Implemented change in the processing area.

The Salvation Army Family Store Operational Manager – Nelson Tasman Bays

The Salvation Army
Nelson, Nelson
11.2019 - 10.2021
  • Oversee the running of the three stores
  • Held the vision of The Salvation Army mission and goals
  • Created a tight Management team that was solution focused
  • Oversaw the Health & Safety of workers and environment (plus Covid)
  • Upheld all Salvation Army policies and procedures
  • Motivated Managers, staff and Volunteers
  • Responsible for store budgets and cost centres
  • Interviewed, Inducted, Trained, problem solved, Appraised, HR , implemented procedures and systems
  • Covered stores without manage reset cultures to be strength and solution focused.

The Salvation Army Family Store – Nelson Store Manager

The Salvation Army
Nelson, Nelson
06.2012 - 11.2019
  • Increased sales and profitability every year
  • Built a highly functioning team of (5 staff and 30 volunteers) that is confident and productive
  • Created a The Salvation Army brand, Department Store style that attracted new level of customers and donator's driving a modern sustainable business model
  • Kept the Mission and William Booth’s philosophy as the building blocks of our culture and decision making
  • Showcased and honored all donations.

The New Hub – Youth Transition Worker

04.2011 - 06.2012
  • Worked with young people aged 15 to 19 years to seek opportunities so they can reach their full potential by reducing vulnerability, barriers and focusing on their strengths and abilities.

Prisoner Aid and Rehabilitation Services (PARS) – Fieldworker

03.2005 - 06.2012
  • Volunteered in the Nelson Police cells 3 mornings a week to check the needs of prisoners
  • Provided a range of solutions, collaboratively working with other agencies to assist reintegration of prisoners back into our community while supporting families to stay connected.

The New Hub Nelson – Recreation Coordinator

01.2007 - 07.2008
  • To manage the development and maintenance of the recreation program at The New Hub, supervised the recreation team to ensure a professional, safe and consistent service is delivered to add value to young people’s lives.

The New Hub Nelson – Intensive Youth Worker – Crime Prevention Contract

12.2006 - 07.2007
  • Worked intensively with young people and their families to reduce their offending by intense case work interventions with multi-agency support.

Nelson Restorative Justice (RJ) – Assistant Coordinator

Restorative Justice Nelson
Nelson
09.2005 - 12.2006
  • Organizing and facilitating conferences that support the Restorative Justice Aims and philosophy
  • working closely with police prosecutors, lawyers, community panel members, offenders, victims, supportive family members and supportive agencies.
  • Working in Court to select suitable cases for Restorative Justice

Essex Young People’s Drug and Alcohol Service (Pilot) - School Liaison Worker / Addictions worker in the Day Program

11.2004 - 12.2003
  • Developed and implemented a successful pilot to support vulnerable young people with substance addictions in Colchester City, connecting with 13 secondary schools, alternative education services, social services, police and other supportive agencies.

Youth Service Essex Country Council – Youth Worker

11.2003 - 09.2002
  • Outreach and centre based role to work with youth and particularly the disconnected traveling community.

County Mediation Service Essex UK – Neighborhood Dispute Mediator

12.2004 - 07.2002
  • Facilitated mediations between problematic neighbours that were referred by the Police.

British Heart Foundation – Assistant Manager

07.2002 - 09.2001
  • Assisted and managed the running of a busy charity store.

Tasman District Council – Recreation Officer

07.2001 - 09.2000
  • Coordinated the implementation of holiday programs over the Tasman District Council Region
  • Ran Boredom Busters and Youth Events for the TDC Events.

Shanton – Store Manager

09.2000 - 02.1998
  • Management of a competitive High Street clothing store
  • Built up customer base and sales to facilitate the move to a larger store.

Table Art Galley - Director and Founder

01.1994 - 01.1998
  • Run a gallery to showcase my production of table ware for the public and restaurants
  • Won the small business section for our display at the NZ trade show.

Education

Youth Work

Otago Polytechnic
Otago
01-2006

Skills

  • Networking and Relationship Building
  • Mentoring
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Creative problem solving
  • Good time management
  • Motivated and passionate about Community Development

Hobbies and Interests

Keeping well connected with family and friends. Being creative with clay, photography, and design. Passionate about making a difference in the world through service.

Timeline

Restore Assistant Manager

10.2021 - 12.2021

Cared for my elderly dad

01.2021 - 01.2023

The Salvation Army Family Store Operational Manager – Nelson Tasman Bays

The Salvation Army
11.2019 - 10.2021

The Salvation Army Family Store – Nelson Store Manager

The Salvation Army
06.2012 - 11.2019

The New Hub – Youth Transition Worker

04.2011 - 06.2012

The New Hub Nelson – Recreation Coordinator

01.2007 - 07.2008

The New Hub Nelson – Intensive Youth Worker – Crime Prevention Contract

12.2006 - 07.2007

Nelson Restorative Justice (RJ) – Assistant Coordinator

Restorative Justice Nelson
09.2005 - 12.2006

Prisoner Aid and Rehabilitation Services (PARS) – Fieldworker

03.2005 - 06.2012

County Mediation Service Essex UK – Neighborhood Dispute Mediator

12.2004 - 07.2002

Essex Young People’s Drug and Alcohol Service (Pilot) - School Liaison Worker / Addictions worker in the Day Program

11.2004 - 12.2003

Youth Service Essex Country Council – Youth Worker

11.2003 - 09.2002

British Heart Foundation – Assistant Manager

07.2002 - 09.2001

Tasman District Council – Recreation Officer

07.2001 - 09.2000

Shanton – Store Manager

09.2000 - 02.1998

Table Art Galley - Director and Founder

01.1994 - 01.1998

Youth Work

Otago Polytechnic
Margaret EARNEY